L’Auberge Saint-Gabriel

This restaurant feels very underrated to me. It’s located within a refurbished inn from the late 1600s and inside there is a great deal of modern art (not shown on their website). All the art, chandeliers and drapery mixed with the brick walls and wooden columns creates a really interesting dichotomy and ambiance. I ended up dining at the bar on my visit to L’Auberge Saint-​Gabriel because the bartender, Adrian, was so attentive and helpful even though he was probably exhausted from the massive NYE celebration the evening before. All the servers were obviously knowledgeable and friendly and the highlights were the foie gras and the bison tartare. They give you baked snacks and complimentary desserts (not sure if it was just because of New Years but they were amazing). Adrian also made me a hot toddy upon request which perked me right up after walking in the winter snow for an hour.
Great restaurant and I highly recommend!

Came here for Christmas eve dinner. The place was beautifully decorated and very festive. Love the fireplace/​stove where you feel cozy, also the bread cart that you see the server prep for your own bread board.
Service was great and the food was delicious. I was worried first as it seemed like a place about the location and maybe not so much of the food, but I was wrong and happy that I was wrong. Everything from the bread to the bill that comes with little treats was delicious and very nice presentation as well.
The only downside is it seemed the manager is the only person who was in charge of the credit card machine, so it takes a long time for him to finally come swipe our card even though we got the actual bill a while ago. But it’s Christmas eve, they were quite busy and servers were all very nice and spot on with filling our water cups and refilling our jugs too.
Filet was amazing. The cornish hen stuff with sausages was also unbelievable. I love the oysters came in a wooden trough. Desserts were light and delicious. My husband enjoyed the bison tartare, but I think they could’ve shopped them up slightly finer than what it was. Some of the pieces were a big too big for me to eat raw meat, although you could taste how fresh and lean the meat itself it.
Definitely recommend this place even though it may seem like a tourist trap with the location! Food and service is worth it!

Wonderful dinner, beautiful surroundings, and great service. We were thoroughly impressed. We started with the charcuterie platter (petite is big enough for 4 I think) and it was a handsome assortment of meats and veggies. The foie gras with apricots and raisins really surprised us — we didn’t know we liked four gras! Next my husband had the filet — perfectly cooked and tender. His sweet potato gratin was delicious as well. I had the stuffed cabbage and it was delicious as well. The mushroom cream sauce really tied it all together. We had the chocolate pumpkin cake for dessert and a cappuccino– perfect end. The bathrooms were clean and for the first time ever o saw a dental floss dispenser! Wow! Intuitive idea for a steak house. Finally, I can not say enough about our wonderful server, Erich. A true gentleman and a perfect host for the evening.

My friends and I actually went to bota bota during MTL à table instead of this restaurant, but the food there was provided by l’auberge. When we got there, they were not quite ready yet, and they served food quite slowly. We waited for 30 minutes between appetizer and main dish. HOWEVER, I was very impressed by the taste of the food, so impressed that I could ignore the service inadequacy. I chose the mushroom soup, the risotto and the Black Forest cake. The cake was less good than the pineapple split cake. I’m not saying it was not good, but just not as good as the other one. The soup and the risotto were spot on… not mentioned the whole atmosphere, sitting on the river and looking at the city lights. It was a very good experience. I think I would visit the restaurant again.

Been wanting to go to this restaurant for a very long time and was happy to get a couple of seats last night for the Montréal a Table festival (fixed menu for $ 41). Some of the dishes were spot on, but some were very disappointing. The wines we were served were ordinary. Not what I would expect from this restaurant. I´m sure, based on other reviews, that our case was exceptional and that usually this restaurant is awesome (they seated guests late, so my guess is that there was a problem in the kitchen). However, consistency is an important characteristic of a well ranked restaurant, and on this it failed. There are so many good restaurants in this city, I will not go back to this one — even at $ 41.

Déjà réservé pour ce jeudi soir, on m’a dit le plus grand bien des lieux…

We had the best waiter: Ian There was a few of us and we ate outside. What a beautiful place. The charcuterie was such a nice food adventure with new options to taste it kind of killed my appetite. Kind of — I still polished off my Château Briand with the most interesting potato kisses and green beans with almonds. Amazing atmosphere old meets new art. Loved it

Très beau décor, nourriture très cher pour le résultat dans l’assiette, service très long. Une visite suffit mais je n’y retournerais pas pour la gastronomie.

The oldest building in Montréal (1688) provided an exceptional experience.
Interesting building with an eclectic décor. It is an old stone walled building, pretty well maintained but be forewarned it’s got character along with some «different» furnishings. After a long day walking the Old Port I loved the «1688» the house twist on a Gin and Tonic to start the night.
The meal: The large charcuterie plate was more than 4 of us needed, all of the 3 foie gras (rabbit, pork and chicken liver) were excellent, the other meats were just as good.
My wife had the duck and rated it the best duck dish she has ever had. The spit cooked hen was moist and very flavorful, great (really great) mashed potatoes with a small salad accompanied it. The scallops got a great review as well. I think the wine list is actually too long. It’s difficult to narrow down the multi country multi appellation list to what will pair well with everyone’s meal. That said, the server was excellent in helping us find a Pouilly-​Fumé that went well with everything we had. We were forced to spit a Creamy praline, gianduja, because we were so full from devouring dinner. I;m not even sure what it was but it was a great finish to the great meal.
The service all evening was professional, friendly and an excellent experience.

This venue is absolutely amazing — stone walls, wood fireplaces, eclectic décor. Extremely cozy and intimate. While the food we ordered met our expectations, we found ourselves quite limited by the selection on the menu. I am certainly not alone in my dislike of mushrooms, so when we noticed that all four mains contained them, it was rather disappointing. My partner and I ended up settling on two soups and a large charcuterie plate, but had to struggle with the waiter to place this order. We were informed that this is not the proper French way to enjoy a dinner, and that we should in fact order more than would actually satisfy us. For the record, we understand what an appetizer is. Despite this, our server did succeed in pairing a suitable wine for our meal and was helpful in our dessert selection.

A small intimate restaurant in Old Montréal with excellent food! This bistro also has a private room whereby you can host a private function! I was here for a private event with our sales team & enjoyed the quick service, attention to detail & the extra add ons. Good wine list as well! Definitely a great place for business or pleasure!

We were a group of 20 which is a good test for a restaurant.
We made a reservation and were given our own somewhat condensed menu which was fine as it included all food types.
I give credit to our waitress Pauline who wasted no time taking our orders, serving including a free but small appetizer, dessert and no problem receiving individual bills.
But the food for the price was not good value. I had the barley rosotto which was good, lots of crunchy French bread and chateaubriand for $ 43 was overpriced for the quality. My wife could not eat her lemon crumble as just too much lemon. I agreed after tasting.
All desserts included diary and I asked for a fruit serving which I received. A nice touch.
They passed the group test but food needs improvement, considering the price.

What an absolute delight! We happened upon this lovely restaurant which is a bit off the main tourist drag in Old Montréal and can also be accessed they the Springhill Suites hotel. A fabulous place for an intimate dinner that is truly French in service and gastronomy. Our server, a lovely women, made us feel welcomed and that we could linger as we wished. If you are looming for giant American sized portions don’t come here, but if you are looking for a wonderful dining experience in a great outdoor, as well as indoor, setting go and go now.

We hosted our wedding (ceremony and reception) at the Auberge St. Gabriel last weekend and it couldn’t have been more perfect. They are closed for regular service on Sunday and Monday but had no problem accommodating our party of about 85 people for a ceremony downstairs and the reception on their 3^rd floor.
The food they served was amazing, the staff stood on their heads to make sure everyone was taken care of in every way. We brought a band that easily plugged in to the house system and sounded great. We had Groupe Carte Blanche do a bit of decorating for us (they are true professions as well) but the venue is so unique it doesn’t take much.
Thank you all for making our wedding perfect. We will be back for lunch as soon as we can!

Such a classy venue! If you’re hosting some kind of corporate get together, meet and greet… heck, even a personal party, this is the place to be. The ambience is magical, the staff are outstanding, and the venue itself is absolutely gorgeous.
Not sure if they cater the events themselves, but if they do, compliments to the chef. I haven’t been that satisfied after a corporate event in ages — the fact that the staff kept surprising us with more and more canapés didn’t hurt either.
They were also really cool about letting us overstay our welcome. Even after they had started taking down the setup, the staff were super gracious about us lingering and drinking some more. Which reminds me: don’t forget to tip the bartender. That guy was boss!
So if you’re looking for a venue for your next event, you know who to call.

Excellent food, but worse service ever. Spent over $ 416 on food and drink, even gave our server an underserved 15% gratuity. The awful service overrided what could have been a great experience and a memory to take home. Instead, we will most likely not dine at this restaurant in the future.
The irony was that there was a food or wine critic beside our table who looked just as bored us. There was a big lull in service for him, too.

Found this place wandering old Montréal looking for a place to eat lunch. Menu looked good so we went inside. It’s a very cool mid evil/​trendy place. Also had outdoor seat which was nice on a sunny day. My girlfriend got a salad as an appetizer and I got the beef tartare which were good. For entrees we had the salmon and lake dore which were also very good.

Quirky space in a historical inn. I loved the art and installations pieces scattered throughout including custom furniture art… chandeliers tied artfully to the ceiling, globule shaped fireplaces, nooks for candles, a secret space under the stairs, several floors and a long medieval stone passage leading to a dungeon like basement.
Went here for a costume party and not the food. Totally different feel at night vs daytime.

This restaurant is easy to miss along the main drag of Old Montréal. Nestled in North America’s oldest Inn, the space does not lack character. The old stone walls and candle-​lit fireplace harken back, while lighting, art and fixtures offer a bit more modern of a treatment. There’s a dinosaur spine and other ultra-​modern gothic fixtures. It’s definitely trendy, and a little disjointed — but a cool space nonetheless.
Service was great. Our waitress made a mistake with our order and offered up some pro bono treats in exchange. She was excellent otherwise.
The food was more of a mixed bag. At one angle, the presentation was excellent. Everything was done artfully and with care, as one would expect at such a premium price point. The flavors themselves were mixed. The rabbit gaspacho was amazing. The foie gras appetizer was beautiful, but mixed sweet strawberry flavors with the bitter/​salty foie gras. It was one of the most intensely flavored dishes I’ve ever had, but not in a good way. Perhaps my pedestrian palate is not up to the challenge, but neither of us could finish it. Shame.
Onto the main course, the lamb was perfectly prepared and tender, and the accompaniments were an interesting mix of distinct and strong flavors. This worked better as a flavor profile, but I felt the texture was wrong. Everything seemed a bit mushy. It needed some other texture to offset the tender lamb. I might not be this picky normally, but at this price level I expect more. She had a homemade pasta dish, that was very good — but overly simplistic ingredient-​wise for the price level, and scant with the pasta.
Overall, there were some flashes of brilliance, a great space, good service — but an ultimately underwhelming overall food experience for the amount paid.

The first night at our hotel, we peered through beaded glittery curtains at one end of the lobby to a dimmed, mysterious interior. After checking out the dinner prices, we decided our three-​hour drive through the rain had taken away our desire for a fine dining experience, so we ventured out into the pouring rain in search of a more ordinary dinner.
The second night, however, the door was closed, the menu gone, and our curiosity just got the better of us. So at about 11 PM, we ventured through the portal into what turned out to be the coatroom, and an easy way around the $ 10 cover charge they were asking at the door! Score.
Once we were settled with drinks, I said to my husband, «I think this place is too cool for us.» I’m not sure whether it was the huge, uplit dinosaur backbone, or the animal-​hoof coat hooks on the wall, or the group of guys on rolling stools that kept buying the bartender shots, but I felt much older and less hip than I normally do. It was fun to see the beautiful people arrive in grandeur and depart with a little more affection, though.
Cocktails were fine, prepared to order and priced normally for a large city. On our way out we perused the cured meats on display and peeked into the stylishly rustic dining room. Someday I’d like to return for the food everyone’s raving about here!

S’il vous plaît visiter, vous né serez pas déçu. Ce restaurant est incroyable dans tous les sens.
I stayed an extra day in ravishing Montréal do explore and taking int all in. As I explored the amazingly beautiful and friendly city by foot I met a fellow Californian who ended up joining me on my explorations. Since it was the last night in QC for both of us, we decided splurge in out last dining experience.
How did we discover L’Auberge Saint-​Gabriel, you ask. We asked someone on the street who was unsure, but called a friend who had fine culinary knowledge.
L’Auberge Saint-​Gabriel is tucked up a side street at the old port in Montréal, thick stone and wood make for a beautiful façade to reputedly the oldest inn in North America. It has the warmth of an old cottage coupled with quirky décor and creative menu items, both in flavour and presentation. I rank L’Auberge Saint-​Gabriel high amongst the dining experiences I’ve experienced… and not just for the food!
We were graciously greeted and seated at a lovely table in the dining room where we experienced impeccable service. Our waitress was attentive and pleasant and out meal was accompanied with plenty of unexpected, amuse bouches along the way. Our meals were well portioned and delightfully delicious, while appearing like art as they we placed at the table.
The fun at L’Auberge Saint-​Gabriel continued after dinner as we explored the décor and played on the playground like carousel in the restaurant lobby. We were lured in the bar area for after dinner cocktails. The bar area displays a large sculpture of two large moose that are joined at the neck and each are adorned with a light bulb. The most fun of the evening was when we learned how to turn the lights on/​off… this happens via the button in the tail end of the moose!

We had a grand time with regular patrons at the bar who helped us to continue the amazing experience. We we toured through a dark and narrow tunnel from the bar to an underground area of L’Auberge Saint-​Gabriel which is known as Velvet, a posh locale high roller club that is open Thursday, Friday and Saturdays. To our advantage, we had the club to ourselves and were entertained by a staff member with a few songs via an iPod to but a few moves while enjoying the unique environment. The ambiance is simply amazing and unique, this is a one of a kind establishment that is amazing in every way.
Bön Appéti. Au revoir!

This is truly a must dine locale. The ambiance is simply stunning. The ancient timbers that support the roof and the stonework on the walls are a stark contrast to the suspended metal fireplaces and glass wine room. There are some interesting art pieces as well such as a giant whale spine at the entrance and two large moose that are joined at the neck which adds a very eclectic spin to the traditional, yet stunning, architecture.
As for the food? The Châteaubriand was, without question, the best steak I’ve ever had. The fillet was fork tender, perfectly seasoned and sliced right at the table. They dry age each steak on the premises and they can be seen in a glass storage room at the entrance. A friend of mine had the rabbit paella which was both a visual treat and extremely tasty.
The wait staff was friendly, prompt, responsive, and spoke fluent English.
For those interested in wine, the list is extensive (although very French dominant) and the prices are varied. The restaurant has TWO trained sommeliers on staff and the one that assisted our party was extremely knowledgeable. She was very patient with our questions and pared three excellent wines for our dinner (no easy task because the meals varied from light fish to heavy meats and everything in between.)
The underground club was not for us. Cramped, hot, low ceilings and extremely minimal lighting made for an unpleasant club experience but I would not deduct any stars from the restaurant food/​ambiance/​service.

C’est beaaaauuuuuuuu…
J’avoue que je donne la majorité des étoiles à cause du décor de l’Auberge. En entrant, on se sent rapidement transporté dans un endroit féérique, surtout à ce temps-​ci de l’année. La géante colonne vertébrale au coeur de l’Auberge est très impressionnante. C’est un endroit super chaleureux avec un éclairage doux et coloré qui donne l’impression que tout est allumé avec des chandelles.
Je suis allée à l’Auberge pour un événement spécial, donc je n’ai pas eu la chance de goûter à toute leur nourriture ou bien voir leur menu complet. Toutefois, les bouchées qui nous ont été servies étaient très bien donc j’imagine qu’un repas complet risqué d’être délicieux aussi. J’attends d’en faire l’expérience avant de rajouter une autre étoile…